Leilany shares her thoughts on joining CMA: “I’m thrilled to be joining the Center for Mariner Advocacy team this summer. With a background in finance, logistics, and international shipping, and now as a law student deeply interested in maritime law, this internship is a natural next step in exploring how I can contribute to a global industry that often goes unnoticed but is essential to daily life. I was especially drawn to CMA’s mission of advocating for seafarers’ rights and ensuring dignified working conditions at sea. I’m looking forward to learning more about port state control, international labor standards, and the legal mechanisms that protect mariners. Through this experience, I hope to deepen my understanding of maritime regulatory frameworks and gain hands-on exposure to the intersection of law, humanitarian service, and global commerce.”